A thriving city isn’t just about housing developments and business growth—it’s about creating spaces where residents can play, relax, and connect with nature. Chestermere has always been known for its natural beauty, from the serene Chestermere Lake to the many…

Every resident deserves to feel safe in their community. Ensuring public safety, maintaining law and order, and fostering a sense of security are essential components of a thriving city. During my time as mayor of Chestermere, one of my key…

Economic growth is a cornerstone of any successful community. As mayor of Chestermere, I understood that while growth is essential, it must be managed thoughtfully to ensure that it benefits everyone. One of the key strategies during my time in…

A thriving city is more than just its infrastructure and development—it is its people, the sense of belonging, and the shared responsibility for building a vibrant, engaged community. As mayor of Chestermere, one of my greatest priorities was fostering a…

As Chestermere has grown and developed, so has the need for thoughtful, sustainable growth. One of my key priorities as mayor was to ensure that our city’s growth wasn’t just about expanding infrastructure, building new homes, and attracting business; it…

Politics can be a tough, often divisive arena. Whether at the municipal, provincial, or national level, political challenges are inevitable. However, the true test of a leader lies not just in navigating these challenges, but in uniting people around common…

Effective communication is one of the most powerful tools in any leader’s toolkit, especially in local government. When it comes to running a city, how you communicate—both internally with city staff and externally with the residents—can determine the success or…

Accountability is at the core of any successful organization, especially when it comes to local government. Throughout my time as mayor of Chestermere, I worked tirelessly to build a culture of accountability within city operations and decision-making. As a public…

Transparency is not a luxury in local governance; it is a necessity. Throughout my tenure as mayor of Chestermere, I believed deeply that residents should have a clear and full understanding of the decisions being made on their behalf. Whether…

Integrity is the foundation of any effective leadership, and throughout my time as mayor of Chestermere, I made it a central focus of my administration. Leadership isn’t just about making decisions; it’s about demonstrating consistency between words and actions. It…